HND Business
Key Information
- Course Title: Business
- Award: Higher National Diploma
- Level: 5
- Awarding Body: Pearson
- UCAS Code: 002N
- Start Dates: September, January, and April
- Study Mode and Duration: Full-time (2 years)
- Fees: £6,355
- Delivery: Weekdays, weekends or evenings
Course Overview
Combine a Business Management degree with an internationally recognised professional qualification – and open the door to a high-flying, high-achieving career. One of our priorities is to foster a new generation of responsible business leaders with a strong moral compass – forward-thinkers who take decisions based on the interests not only of shareholders but also of other stakeholders.
Throughout the course, you will therefore look at the role of business in wider society, exploring issues ranging from environmental sustainability to child labour, ethical governance to responsible innovation.
Developed in close consultation with the premier professional body for managers, the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), this course puts you on the fast track to success. You will graduate with a highly regarded BA (Hons) Business Management as well as the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership.
With these qualifications on your CV, you will signal to prospective employers that you’re suited for senior leadership roles and rapid promotion. The Diploma is the benchmark qualification for full CMI membership and takes you a step towards Chartered Manager status. There is no need to take extra exams or coursework to achieve the Diploma: our combined module and CMI assessments give you a smooth route to both qualifications.
Teaching
Our teaching methods will be varied, interactive and engaging. You will take part in on campus lectures and live online lectures, tutorials, and academic support sessions. You will also access online learning content such as lecture notes, recordings, presentations, and handouts.
You will have access to our on-campus and electronic library. When not attending lectures, you will also be studying independently. Independent learning plays a vital role in your studies and involves research, reading books and journals, preparing reports, presentations, and projects.
Assessment
We mostly assess you through practical coursework assignments. You will be involved in the sort of tasks you might undertake in a workplace. Sometimes these will be individual tasks and at other times, you will need to work in a group. Assignments could include essays, reports, individual and group projects, research and consultancy projects, presentations, and design of digital materials.
Modules
Year 1
- Accounting Principles
- Entrepreneurial Ventures
- Leadership and Management
- Management of Human Resources
- Managing Successful Business Project
- Marketing Processes and Planning
- Operational Planning and Management
- The Contemporary Business Environment
Year 2
- Business Strategy
- Financial Management
- International Marketing
- Management and Leading Change
- Organisational Behaviour Management
- Tapping into New and International Markets
- Research Project
Careers
Pearson BTEC qualifications are highly respected both nationally and internationally by employers and professional organisations. The broad range of skills and knowledge developed throughout this course are particularly relevant to careers in business management, finance, banking, and retail.
The Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) is widely recognised as an excellent foundation for students seeking to advance their careers or gain professional accreditation. Graduates benefit from the opportunity to join leading professional bodies, many of which offer exemptions towards their qualifications. These include prestigious organisations such as ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), and CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply). Exemptions are available across a variety of professional disciplines, including accounting, management, law, and marketing.
In addition, graduates can choose to progress to a one-year BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) degree, at The London College, awarded by the University of Derby, enabling them to achieve a full honours degree and further enhance their career prospects.
Entry and Visa Requirements
Entry Requirements
You should hold at least one of the following:
- BTEC Level 3 qualification
- GCE A-Level(s) with strong results in a relevant subject
- Access to Higher Education Diploma from a recognised institution
- Foundation Diploma
- UK or International equivalent of any of the above.
Additional Requirements
You should also hold at least one of the following:
- Five GCSEs at grade C / 4 or above, including Maths and English Language (or equivalent)
- Functional Skills Level 2 (Maths and English)
- IELTS 5.5 or CEFR B2 (or equivalent).
If you do not hold any of the above, you will be required to successfully complete an English and/or Maths test at The London College.
If You Don’t Meet the Entry Requirements
You may still be considered for entry if you can demonstrate strong communication and learning skills, relevant knowledge, work experience, and motivation to succeed — typically supported by around three years of UK work experience.
If you do not hold GCSE Maths and English (or an equivalent qualification), you will be required to complete an English and/or Maths test at The London College as part of the entry process.
Immigration / Visa Requirements
You must hold one of the following:
- UK or Irish citizenship
- EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status
- Non-EU passport with ILR, LLR, or DLR
- Valid work visa (additional residency and immigration requirements apply)
- Refugee status, or be the child or spouse of someone with refugee status
- Humanitarian Protection.
Other exceptional circumstances may apply. Please contact us for further details.
Next Steps
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